Best 3 Campfire Hot Dogs Recipes

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Campfire hot dogs are a classic summertime treat, perfect for your next camping trip, backyard barbecue, or beach bonfire. With their smoky flavor and juicy texture, they're a hit with kids and adults alike. But not all campfire hot dogs are created equal. To achieve that perfect balance of crispy skin and tender interior, it's essential to choose the right ingredients and cooking method. In this article, we'll guide you through the essential steps to crafting the ultimate campfire hot dog, from selecting the best sausages to mastering the art of cooking them over an open flame. So gather your friends and family, light up the campfire, and get ready to enjoy this timeless culinary delight.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY CAMPING HOT DOGS RECIPE BY TASTY



Cheesy Camping Hot Dogs Recipe by Tasty image

For a classic outdoor snack with a handheld twist, these hot dogs will make any camper happy!

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 hot dogs
3 sticks string cheese, cut or peeled into thin strips
1 can pizza dough, cut length wise into 6 1 in (2 1/2 cm) wide strips
½ cup ketchup
½ cup mustard
½ cup relish
½ white onion, finely chopped
6 wooden skewers, 12 in (30 cm)

Steps:

  • Insert a skewer into a hot dog. Cut a spiral by holding your knife at a diagonal to the top of the hot dog and rolling it down along a cutting board until you reach the bottom.
  • Wind a strip of cheese into the spiral groove on the hot dog. You may need 2 strips of cheese to fill the entire spiral.
  • Lay a strip of pizza dough on a cutting board and place the end of the hot dog skewer on a diagonal. Gently roll the hot dog in the dough, ensuring that the dough overlaps so no cheese leaks through. Gently remove the skewer and loosely wrap the hot dog in a sheet of foil so the dough has room to expand as it cooks. Repeat with the remaining hot dogs and dough.
  • Place the hot dogs over low heat on a campfire or grill. Let them cook for 10 minutes, check to see that the dough has puffed, then flip over to cook through, about 10 minutes more.
  • Let the hot dogs cool for a few minutes before carefully unwrapping, then serve with ketchup, mustard, relish, and onion.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 10 grams

CAMPFIRE HOT DOGS



Campfire Hot Dogs image

Condiments take a hot dog from good to great. Our ultimate campfire dogs are made with yellow cheddar cheese and bacon, which are grilled with the hot dogs until the bacon is crisp and cheese has melted.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Lunch Recipes

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 hot dogs
3 ounces yellow cheddar cheese, thinly sliced into 2-by-1/2-inch pieces
6 strips good-quality bacon (about 1/2 ounce each)
6 hot dog rolls
Condiments, such as mustard, relish, ketchup

Steps:

  • Heat a charcoal grill to medium-high. Slice hot dogs lengthwise without completely cutting through. Fill with cheese. Beginning at one end, wind the bacon around each hot dog to cover completely.
  • Place hot dogs on grill, cheese side down, and cook, covered, for 2 minutes. Uncover, and turn, cooking until the bacon is cooked through and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Place a hot dog in each roll, and top with desired condiments.

SASSAFRAS CAMPFIRE HOT DOGS



Sassafras Campfire Hot Dogs image

No hot dog tastes better than one which has been cooked over a campfire on a sassafras stick! The flavor of the sassafras just adds something heavenly to a good dog. Learn to identify sassafras trees so that you can cut sticks, (be aware of government park and forest rules about removing plants!), preferably where someone will let you walk into their woodlot and cut 2 or 3 sticks for a family. The sassafras tree/shrub has FOUR leaf shapes: "fork" (3-prong), "spoon", "left-handed mitten", and, "right-handed mitten". Crush a leaf and smell it and you will know for certain that you have found a small sassafras tree -- the ones about 6 feet tall (found in understory of a woods) are best. Cut it near the base (a new sprout will come up next year from the root), trim the main stalk of side twigs and at the terminus, try to make sure that you end up with 2 prongs, for 2 hot dogs, each about 5-6 inches long. Trim the bark off the end prongs where the hot dogs slide on. Enjoy!

Provided by Bone Man

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 hot dogs
12 hot dog buns
condiments
sassafras stick

Steps:

  • Slide a hot dog on to your sharpened sassafras stick and cook it until it browns over the HOT COALS of a campfire, (not direct flames), turning the stick as necessary.
  • Slide the dog into a bun and add your favorite condiments!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.9, Fat 30.3, SaturatedFat 11.5, Cholesterol 47.7, Sodium 1437.9, Carbohydrate 46.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 8.4, Protein 18.3

Tips for Campfire Hot Dogs

  • Use high-quality hot dogs. Look for hot dogs that are made with 100% beef and have a good snap to them.
  • Cook your hot dogs over a medium-low fire. This will help to prevent them from burning.
  • Cook your hot dogs for about 5 minutes, or until they are heated through.
  • Serve your hot dogs with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include ketchup, mustard, relish, and onions.
  • If you are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help to prevent them from burning.
  • Be careful when cooking hot dogs over an open flame. Hot dogs can easily catch fire, so be sure to keep an eye on them.

Conclusion

Campfire hot dogs are a classic summer food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your campfire hot dogs are cooked to perfection. So next time you're planning a camping trip, be sure to add hot dogs to your menu.

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